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ALL-UNIVERSITY CURRICULUM |
AUCW 180 Western Heritage: The Humanities 51019 This integrative course in the humanities considers the con-temporary search for solutions to the age-old problems in gaining understanding of truth, art, and ethics. Central questions of value and meaning are pursued by academic disciplines that came to be called the humanities. The course provides an introduction to these humanities together with their essential components, conventions, and connections. (Written and Oral Communication and Values Identification.) 1/4-1/19 M-F 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. A420 Pisano Note: No Classes on 1/2/09 |
AUCW 211 Discovering America II: American Civilization 1865-1945 51103 This integrative course in the humanities investigates American society, culture, and thought, focusing on America's emergence as an industrial nation and a predominantly middle-class culture. Topics: impact of capitalism and technology, immigration and its social consequences, religious sectarianism, civil rights struggles, closing of the Western frontier and its surviving popular myth, and emergence of a mass-consumer society. (Written Communication and Critical Thinking) 1/4-1/18 M-F 5-8:30 p.m. H301 Weinholtz |
AUCW 212 Discovering America III: American Civilization, 1945-Present 51007 This integrative course is an inquiry into American society, culture, and thought in the post-World War II era. The topics chosen for investigation represent many of the most significant themes and issues that have been and continue to be influential in shaping the contours of recent American cultural experience. Reading for this course will emphasize the diverse perspectives of major American writers, historians, and social scientists on such topics as the pursuit of the "American Dream," racial inequality, the anti-war movement and its aftermath. (Written Communication and Critical Thinking) No prerequisites, open to freshmen. 1/4-1/18 M-F 1-4:30 p.m. A322 Canedy |
AUCA 120 The Art and Thought of Classical Greece 51015 This integrative course in the arts and humanities provides students an opportunity to explore the interrelatedness of the arts and philosophic inquiry in classical Greece. The materials to be considered include poetry, epics, dramas and Platonic dialogues. Some emphasis will be given to architecture, music and the visual arts. (Written and Oral Communication and Values Identification) 1/4-1/18 M-F 1-4:30 p.m. H403 Mayer |
AUCA 130 Italian Renaissance 51005 This integrative course will introduce the student to the arts and thought of the Italian Renaissance. The individual's relation to nature, tradition, community and self will be investigated and discussed as the student surveys a number of landmarks of the art, literature, music, and philosophy of the age. (Written and Oral Communication and Critical Thinking) 1/5-1/19 M-F 5-8:30 p.m. E221 Lechner |
AUCA 140 Creativity: The Dynamics of Artistic Expression 51063 This course will provide students with a series of workshops presented by different artists/instructors in a variety of media, ranging from the graphic arts to photography, writing, the performing arts, music, and other fine arts. The workshops and follow-up discussion sessions will expose students to how the imagination is used to create a variety of art forms that communicate the artists' ideas or feelings. Students will have the opportunity to hone skills as both creative audience and creative participant in each art form. (Oral and Written Communication, Critical Thinking, and Values Identification) 1/4-1/18 M-F 9-1 p.m. UC116/118 Moriarty |
AUCX 190* Special Topics: Culture and Sustainable Development in Rural India 51544 A service learning project designed to support community development in Abheypur, India, a small rural village. Bringing
together a number of disciplines to work on village infrastructure (e.g., maintaining reliable sources of potable water),
students will get hands on experience in creating and maintaining sustainable technology. They will also assist in supporting
grass roots democracies in which the villagers have a major role in designing, generating, monitoring, and maintaining
projects. Through readings, seminars, and activities, students will learn about traditional societies and the complexities
that emerge in the interplay between high tech cultures and ancient values and practices. (Written and Oral Communication and
Responsibility for Civic Life) Study Abroad in Abheypur, India course, cost is $2,345 (includes tuition, roundtrip airfare from JFK,
housing, some meals and in country transportation). For more details and costs, contact Professor den Ouden at 860-768-4745 or
e-mail him at denouden@hartford.edu or contact Professor Pines at 860-768-4560
or e-mail him at pines@hartford.edu. |
AUCX 190 Special Topics: Music and Culture of Turkey 000000* This multidisciplinary course seeks to explain and analyze the musical and cultural highlights of the Ottomans and modern-day Turkey, with a focus on Turkey as a cultural center between Europe and Asia, and will cover historic events that are central in Turkish policital and social history. Among the music topics are classical Turkish music, Ottoman Empire music, Janissary military band music, and popular contemporary "arabesque" music. (This course meets an AUCC requirement.) 1/4-1/12 TBA All Day Turkey Esposito/Rauche |
AUCC 110 Hunger: Problems of Scarcity and Choice 51011 This integrative course, combining perspectives in social sciences and health, introduces students to the multiple dimensions of hunger. Various models are used to examine the causes and consequences of, and treatments for, hunger in the Third World and the United States. (Written Communication and Values Identification) 1/4-1/18 M-F 1-4:30 p.m. A423 Walens |
AUCC 160 Literature and Culture of Immigrant Groups in America 51026 An introduction to the literature and culture of immigrant groups using film, literature, and cultural analysis. (Written and Oral Communication and Values Identification) 1/4-1/18 M-F 9a.m.-12:30 p.m. A425 Fierro |
AUCC 160 Literature and Culture of Immigrant Groups in America 51206 An introduction to the literature and culture of immigrant groups using film, literature, and cultural analysis. (Written and Oral Communication and Values Identification) 1/4-1/18 M-F 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. A425 Fierro |
AUCC 210 Cultures and Transnational Corporations 51014 This integrative course is designed to expose students to the interactions between cultures and transnational corporations and the environments in which they operate, with special emphasis on the cultural dimension and its political effects. Topics will include: conflicts between host and home cultures, as manifested in the history of the transnationals; colonial heritage and cultural imperialism; governmental policies; trade restrictions and incentives; roles and power balance of transnationals and home/host governments; and questions of ethics. (Written and Oral Communication and Critical Thinking.) 1/4-1/18 M-F 5-8:30 p.m. H401 Ricardo |
AUCS 110 Sources of Power 51030 This integrative course in the social sciences examines human interaction on the interpersonal, group, organizational, and social levels through the study of power and individual's reactions to power. Students gain insight into individual, social, economic, and political sources of power in relation to contemporary issues and controversies. (Written and Oral Communication and Critical Thinking) 1/4-1/18 M-F 5-8:30 p.m. A320 Sekou |
AUCS 120 Adult Journey: Search for Meaning 51004 This integrative course in the social sciences is an exploration of the bio-psycho-social events that shape the meaning of life at three critical stages: young adulthood, middle age, and old age. Emphasis is given to interactional issues, cultural values, and theories of development that comprise the adult journey. (Written and Oral Communication and Social Interaction) 1/4-1/18 M-F 1-4:30 p.m. A420 Dischiavo |
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This integrative course examines what we know about being male and female from a variety of perspectives. Biological and psychological dimensions of gender, as well as the social and cultural frameworks of the ways in which a number of societies choose to define sex roles, are considered along with a look at how men and women in other societies see their own lives. Factual information, fiction, and film are used to discover how our experience is colored by our own ideas about gender and by the pressure society brings to bear on us. Sources of reading and films include: anthropology, cultural studies, philosophy, economics, literature and sociology. (Values Identification, Critical Thinking and Written Communication) 1/4-1/18 M-F 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. A321 Highberg |
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This course provides an introduction to the interactive relationship between technology and society. Students will study technological advancement as social change, not simply to monitor the transformations of our society but also to understand why they occur and what their consequences are. (Critical Thinking and Oral and Written Communication) 1/4-1/18 M-F 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. A427 Misovich *This is a 4 credit course. |
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This course provides an introduction to the interactive relationship between technology and society. Students will study technological advancement as social change, not simply to monitor the transformations of our society but also to understand why they occur and what their consequences are. (Critical Thinking and Oral and Written Communication) 12/29-1/19 M-R 4:30-8 p.m. D204 Ciccarelli Note: Class on 12/30/09 will be held as a distance learning class. No class on 12/31/09. * This is a 4 credit course. |
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This course provides an introduction to the interactive relationship between technology and society. Students will study technological advancement as social change, not simply to monitor the transformations of our society but also to understand why they occur and what their consequences are. (Critical Thinking and Oral and Written Communication) 12/30-1/19 M-R 4:30-8 p.m. D204 Ciccarelli *This is a 4 credit course. |
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A social-historical analysis of the impact of race and ethnicity on the distribution of power, opportunity, and privilege in a social structure. Major theoretical perspectives on racial and ethnic prejudice and discrimination will be examined along with the diverse patterns of interracial and interethnic contact, which develop in different societies. The course will also focus on the politics of minority status, studying the growth and development of social movements that have challenged the legitimacy of racial and ethnic stratification. 1/4-1/19 M-F 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. H403 Doane |
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An introduction to ways of seeing and discussing art from around the world, including examples of painting, sculpture, prints, photography, architecture, and other historical and contemporary media. Content of the course at the discretion of the instructor. All sections share the goal of developing an understanding of the forms, techniques, and interpretations of works of art. Students may not register for this course if they have previously taken a college-level art history course. 1/4-1/15 M-F 1-4:30 p.m. H111 Anderson |
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Study of cinema as a cultural and artistic form. Emphasis on techniques (camera, editing, color, sound, composition) and styles (realism, expressionism, abstraction). 1/4-1/15 M-F 12:30-4:30 p.m. H303 Pummer |
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A writing workshop focusing on conceptualization, planning, and scripting of various film and video projects. Students
write screenplays for a short film and segments of a full-length feature or documentary project. Focus is on the skill of
drafting and the specific uses of language for the screen, and on refinement and presentation of ideas into treatment or
proposal form. 1/4-1/15 M-F 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. H303 Elyanow |
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Introduction to basic principles, techniques, and aesthetics of motion picture production. The course emphasizes practice with a series of several short-term
assignments in the first two-thirds of the semester, and the development of a focused production project in the last third of
the semester. Working in small production crews and with the medium of digital video, students gain a practical and theoretical
understanding of the basic principles of camera and editing for motion picture production. 1/4-1/15 M-F 5-10 p.m. H303 Cook |
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This course examines a range of film and media from the 1980s, analyzing them as products of the historical and social context of
the "Reagan 80s". This period is relatively unique in that one figure, Ronald Reagan, is seen to embody, both contemporaneously
and in retrospect, many of the decade's dominant mythologies. Through the examination of such films as Back to the Future,
Full Metal Jacket, Fatal Attraction and Wall Street, and television shows such as Dynasty and Dallas,
the course will engage with both historical documents, film criticism, and political and media studies of the Reagan era in
order to examine the way these films represent trends of the period. The second half of the course will take up films which
either explicitly or implicitly critique these trends: Videodrome, Walker, Do the Right Thing and Blue Velvet
as well as the early years of Saturday Night Live. 1/4-1/15 M-F 12:30-4:30 p.m. H125 Freda |
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An introduction to the field of communication as an academic and professional discipline. The primary goal is to introduce the student to theory and research in the major divisions of the field. The course also introduces the student to communication issues and problem solving in a variety of contexts, including the workplace, the community, the family, the media, journalism, advertising, and public relations. 1/4-1/15 M-F 4-7:30 p.m. ABR114 Bindig |
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An analysis of preparing written and oral presentations in a variety of business and professional contexts. Emphasis on a practical and theoretical understanding of organizational, interpersonal, public, and group communication skills in the workplace. Students will participate in a discovery learning activity emphasizing presentational and conflict management skills, communication networks, audience analysis, and the utility of multimedia technology. Prerequisites: Professional and technical writing majors and minors: RPW 110 and 111. Other majors: no prerequisite. 1/4-1/14 M-F 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. ABR114 Miller |
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Designed to help students develop skill and confidence in two speaking contexts: Didactic and public speaking. Course emphasizes self-assessment, adaptation to listeners and situations, organization and support ideas, and effective delivery. (Does not fulfill requirements for the Communication major.) 1/4-1/15 M-F 1:30-5 p.m. H207 Longshore |
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Designed to help students develop skill and confidence in two speaking contexts: Didactic and public speaking. Course emphasizes self-assessment, adaptation to listeners and situations, organization and support ideas, and effective delivery. (Does not fulfill requirements for the Communication major.) 12/30 and W 5-9 p.m. H207 Schermerhorn |
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Study of cinema as an art form. Emphasis on techniques (camera, editing, color, sound, composition) and styles (realism, expressionism, abstraction). 1/4-1/15 M-F 12:30-4:30 p.m. H303 Pummer |
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Introduction to unique characteristics of the television medium. Emphasis on acquisition of principles relating to visual communication through the preparation of projects designed for educational and commercial television stations. Integrated with University of Hartford media projects. 1/4-1/15 M-F 1-4:30 p.m. HJGE228 Banks |
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Introduction to the techniques and principles of writing for three major areas of the media: print and broadcast news, advertising, and public relations.
Prerequisites: RPW 110, 111. (Writing-intensive course) 1/4-1/14 M-F 9 a.m.-1 p.m. H251 Grantham |
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Introduction to computers designed for non-science majors. The course emphasizes the computer's capabilities, limits, and its impact on society. Personal computer productivity software is used to demonstrate the influence of computers on society. Students are also provided an introduction to the Internet through the use of a Web browser and an e-mail facility. Not open to students who have completed a higher level CS course. 1/4-1/15 M-F 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. H319 Pomposelli |
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This course is designed to give students a practical overview of styles, history and current trends in acting. Activities include theatre games, improvisation, monologues and scene study. Students are introduced to various acting techniques and styles and work toward developing their own critical and creative faculties. 1/4-1/19 M-R 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. H125 Watson |
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Focusing on a set of literary readings different with each section of the course, students examine the nature of literary discourse as well as perennial and contemporary issues, pleasures, and problems raised by the writing and reading of all literary texts. The course equips students to engage a variety of texts subsequently, in and out of courses, in literature and life. 1/4-1/18 M-R 2-6 p.m. A318 Marzialo |
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A workshop course that introduces students to basic techniques in the writing of short fiction, poetry, drama, and autobiography. Weekly assignments focus on developing skill in such elements of creative writing as character development, plot, dialogue, metaphor and image, versification, among others. Reading of both student work and published work will provide a basis for discussion and practice of technique in this course. Completion of this course enables students to register for upper-division writing seminars in fiction, poetry, playwriting, and the personal essay.
Prerequisites: RPW 110 and 111. (Writing-intensive course.) |
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A study of the changing human experience with civilization during the formation of the modern world: the dynamics of economic, intellectual, political, and social modernization, and the dissolution of traditional civilization in the world. This course fulfills a general education requirement. |
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The second half of a two-part survey of American life since Columbus arrived in the new world. This course focuses on five
principal topics in American History since 1865: the rise in American industry and the development of American labor, world wars,
and America's growing influence on world affairs, the impact of immigration, the birth and explosive growth of mass culture,
the struggles to extend American democracy to excluded groups. This course will emphasize broad themes and the experiences of
many different Americans as well as the achievements of great leaders. Required for history majors. |
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The attempt of the Muslim world to modernize without abandoning religious belief or cultural distinctiveness. Topics include the political and intellectual pressure of the West. Traditional attempts at social and political reform; and the innovations of nationalism, constitutionalism, and socialism. The course includes a discussion of the contemporary search for identity, development and peace. |
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A directed research project, guided by a member of the faculty, designed to give students an opportunity to pursue their own interests in Judaic studies and to gain experience in scholarly research, writing, lecturing, teaching, criticism. The central effort of the course focuses on the preparation and criticism of individual projects, oral and written. 1/4-1/19 TBA TBA TBA Freund *This is a 1-3 credit course. Contact Dr. Freund at 860-768-4022 or freund@hartford.edu |
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A study of linear, quadratic, cubic, exponential, and logistic equations and their use in modeling real world phenomena: the graphing of functions; solving equations with one or more variables; and systems of linear equations. The solution of word problems is stressed throughout. This course can serve as preparation for M 112. 1/4-1/15 M-F 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. D204 Xue *Note: TI-83+ Graphing Calculator or equivalent required. |
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A one-semester introduction to the basic concepts and applications of differential and integral calculus. For students who wish to satisfy the Arts and Sciences mathematics-science distribution requirements, the Barney School of Business mathematics requirement, or the mathematics requirement in the health sciences. No credit given to students who have previously received credit for M 144 or its equivalent. 1/4-1/15 M-F 1-4:30 p.m. D204 Staff |
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Designed to introduce basic concepts of probability, random sampling, data organization, measures of central tendency and variability, binomial and normal probability distributions, statistical inference, elements of hypothesis testing, one-and two-sample tests for means and proportions, chi-square tests for tabular data, an introduction to linear regression and correlation. 1/4-1/15 M-F 1-4:30 p.m. D232 Swords *Note: TI-83+ Graphing Calculator or equivalent required. |
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Designed to introduce the student to a variety of mathematical fields and some of their contemporary applications. Topics selected from logic, set theory, mathematical systems, recursive sequences, probability, statistics, game theory, linear programming, graph theory, computer programming, voting methods, and topology. 1/4-1/19** M-F 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. D232 McGivney-Burelle *Note: TI-83+ Graphing Calculator or equivalent required. |
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A study of linear and quadratic equations and inequalities, the Cartesian coordinate system for the plane; and the algebra and graphing of functions with special emphasis on polynomial, exponential and logarithmic functions. Definitions and graphs of the trigonometric functions; solutions of triangles; analytic trigonometry including circular and inverse trigonometric functions. Solutions of word problems are stressed throughout. A programmable graphing calculator is required. The goal is to prepare students for M144. 12/30-1/19** M-F 1:30-5:30 p.m. D205 McGivney-Burelle Note: TI-89 Graphing calculator or equivalent required. Note: This is a 4 credit course. |
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A study of classical and recent philosophical discussions of mind and nature, embracing such questions as the roles of
perception and imagination in the human experience of nature, space, and time, the relation between human and animal, natural
and artificial intelligence, and between human purposes and environment. * Study Abroad in Abheypur, India course, cost is $2,345 (includes tuition, roundtrip airfare from JFK,
housing, some meals and in country transportation). For more details and costs, contact Professor den Ouden at 860-768-4745
or e-mail him at denouden@hartford.edu or contact Professor Pines at 860-768-4560 or
e-mail him at pines@hartford.edu
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A survey of major religious traditions from Asia. Includes Indian thought (Hindu, Buddhist, and Vedantan); East Asian thought (Confucian, Taoist, their roots and offshoots); and West Asian thought (Sufi thought). The historical development of Asian thought is only one emphasis. Influences of Asian thought in contemporary thought and practice (e.g. Gandhi, Kyoto School) will also be emphasized, as will similarities and interactions between Asian and Western philosophy. Prerequisite: PHI 110 or instructor's permission. 1/4-1/19 M-R 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. A324 Tucker |
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This survey course provides the foundation for understanding American government as it exists at the beginning of the 21st century. It deals with the organic background and contemporary reality of our federal republic governed under a written constitution. The established structures of government-Congress, president, bureaucracy, and courts-are studied, together with the less formal political structures, such as public opinion, parties, pressure groups, media, and voting-all of which act to grant our government the authority to act. The policies emerging from the systematic interplay of forces from within the government itself, from the states and the people of the nation, and from other nations of the world are studied and evaluated. This course fulfills a general education requirement. 1/4-1/14 M-F 12-4 p.m. H401 Cooley |
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A comparative, cross-cultural examination of how decisions are made and carried out in the public context. Issues include observing and analyzing how different political systems decide on the distribution of political benefits and responsibilities. The systems involved range from local to international political units and their laws and institutions. 1/4-1/19 M-F 9a.m.-1p.m. H419 Bourbeau |
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An examination of Law as a political and social force. The course emphasizes description and evaluation of contemporary American legal institutions and processes, although comparisons with the legal systems of other countries are provided where appropriate. An effort is also made to compare the formal and procedural ideals of the U.S. judicial system with its actual operation. 12/30-1/15 M-F 12-4p.m. H415 Goetz |
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This course will include an overview of the American public policy process with an emphasis on environmental and sustainability policy implementation. For this course, students will take part in an in-depth service- and applied-learning project to research, create, and implement campus sustainability initiatives. Students will create a feasibility report for the implementation of an advanced sustainability project. In addition, as a class we will implement an inexpensive or free campus sustainability project. 1/4-1/14 M-F 12-4 p.m. A422 Owens |
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This course focuses on the basic concepts and methods of psychology. Topics include history, methodology, biological bases of behavior, child, adolescent and adult development; sensation and perception; states of consciousness; learning; memory; and cognition. 1/4-1/15 M-F 1-4:30p.m. E104 McGrath |
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Theories and research in human development from infancy through adulthood. Students will carry out structured observations and integrate these observations with various theoretical issues. (Please note that this course will not fulfill a requirement for the psychology major or minor.) 12/30-1/19* TWR 5:30-9:30p.m. H229 Kindall |
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Child growth and behavior from the prenatal period to puberty are studies. Effects of heredity and environment on the motor,
language, social, and emotional development of children. Emphasis on the concept of developing self and its effects on behavior. 1/4-1/15 M-F 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. E105 Burinskas |
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The purpose of this course is to help students gain familiarity with talent management issues related to operating in a global work
environment. At the end of the course, students should be able to describe models and frameworks that help them understand
cultural differences in work behaviors. Through assessments, exercises, and case studies, they will be challenged to think
about their own cultural mindset, and gain familiarity with other ways of thinking and being. 1/4-1/29 TBA TBA Distance Learning Sarkar-Barney |
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This course is the second in a series providing an advanced examination of the administration, scoring, and interpretation
of individual intelligence, achievement, and psychoeducational assessment instruments, including the Wechsler Scales, measures
of adaptive behavior, functional behavioral analysis methods, and other well-established evaluation tools in the field. Integration
of information and beginning report-writing skills are discussed. 1/4-1/14 M-R 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. E221 Politikos |
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A survey of major religious traditions from Asia. Includes Indian thought (Hindu, Buddhist, and Vedantan); East Asian thought
(Confucian, Taoist, their roots and offshoots); and West Asian thought (Sufi thought). The historical development of Asian
thought is only one emphasis. Influences of Asian thought in contemporary thought and practice (e.g., Gandhi, Kyoto School),
will also be emphasized, as will similarities and interactions between Asian and Western philosophy. 1/4-1/19 M-R 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. A324 Tucker |
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Surveys main theoretical approaches and problems in the study of social life. Topics include social origins of the self, the basic processes of social interaction, class and stratification, political power, education, organization, and family. Emphasizes continuing interaction between theory and methods in sociology. Required for sociology majors and most advanced sociology courses. Open to juniors and seniors only through permission of instructor. 1/4-1/19 M-F 9a.m.-12:30p.m. H301 Morra |
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A social-historical analysis of the impact of race and ethnicity on the distribution of power, opportunity, and privilege in a social structure. Major theoretical perspectives on racial and ethnic prejudice and discrimination will be examined along with the diverse patterns of interracial and interethnic contact, which develop in different societies. The course will also focus on the politics of minority status, studying the growth and development of social movements that have challenged the legitimacy of racial and ethnic stratification. 1/4-1/19 M-F 9:30am-12:30pm H403 Doane |
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Development of basic language skills, reading, writing and speaking. The course also covers cultural material of the country (Spain/Latin America/U.S. Latino) studied. 1/4-1/19 M-F 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. H207 Staff |
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Further development of basic language skills, reading, writing and speaking. The course also covers cultural materials of the country (Spain/Latin America/U.S. Latino) studied. 1/4-1/19 M-F 2-5 p.m. H217 Staff |
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An introduction to financial accounting fundamentals in today's business world. The basic financial statements are presented: balance sheet, income statement, statement of cash flows, and statement of retained earnings. Students are exposed to the recording, summarization, and presentation of financial information and methods of analyzing financial statements. 1/4-1/19 M-F 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. A424 Bannister |
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An overview of managerial accounting principles and practices. Topics include budgeting, cost-volume-profit analysis, short-run decision making, standard costing, cost-accounting systems, and the statement of cash flows. 1/4-1/19 M-R 5-8:40 p.m. A424 Staff |
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An investigative survey of the nature and function of law as applied to business organization and government agencies. Pertinent features of the American legal system will be reviewed in light of the economic and social problems and forces shaping its evolution. 1/4-1/19 M-R 1-4:40 p.m. A421 Greenberg |
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This course introduces students to macroeconomic theory relating to the collective economic roles of consumers, businesses, and governments. Topics include: national income accounting, unemployment, inflation, the business cycle, fiscal and monetary policy, banking, economic growth, and international trade. 1/4-1/19 M-R 5-8:40 p.m. A322 Staff |
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This is an introductory course in microeconomic theory. Students will learn basic principles of economic decision making from the perspective of the individual, firm and industry. Particular attention is given to the market system and how prices and profits coordinate the actions of economic decision makers. Topics include: demand and supply, consumer behavior, costs and production, market structure, market failure, regulation, poverty, and income distribution. 1/4-1/19 M-R 5-8:40 p.m. A427 Rassekh |
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This course will equip students with the necessary tools in quantitative methods and their business applications. Topics include applications of marginal analysis, data analysis, probability, univariate and bivariate random variables; applications of expected values, covariance and correlation; and linear models with business applications and decision making. Discussion of case studies and problem solving using Excel and other computer software will be included. 1/4-1/19 M-R 12-3:40 p.m. A325 DelloIacono |
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Encompasses the basic statistical techniques used in business, government, and research. Topics include probability distributions, sampling, statistical inference, quality control, Chi-square tests, simple and multiple regression with applications in business. 1/4-1/19 M-R 5-8:40 p.m. A422 Staff |
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An introduction to general principles of business finance. Subjects include financial statements, forecasting, working capital management, discounted cash flow, capital structure, cost of capital, and capital budgeting. Emphasis will be placed on the development of problem-solving skills and financial applications in the business community; ethical issues and uses of technology will be explored. 1/4-1/19 M-R 5-8:40p.m. A420 Lashgari |
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Analysis of the international financial environment with particular emphasis on the foreign exchange markets and their interrelationships with international financial management, overview of major international financial markets and instruments, foreign exchange hedging, speculation and arbitrage, optimal short-term and long-term borrowing and investing decisions, analysis of currency futures, forwards, and options markets and their uses in international corporate financial management, forecasting foreign exchange rates, measuring and managing foreign exchange risks, multinational corporate cost of capital and capital budgeting, and instruments of international trade finance. 1/4-1/19 M-R 12-3:40 p.m. A323 Wahab |
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To manage in the global marketplace, students learn about responding to changing environmental events by establishing management systems that are effective, efficient and adaptive. Students are responsible for setting goals and strategies, organizing diverse teams, leading and motivating members, and improving performance, as well as understanding the consequences of these actions on human behavior. 1/4-1/19 M-R 5-8:40 p.m. A325 Brassem |
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An introduction to the concepts, principles, problems, and practices of operations management in both manufacturing
and service organizations. Topics such as operations strategy, facilities design, operations planning and control, quality
and productivity, and project management will be covered. 1/4-1/19 M-F 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. A322 Sumukadas |
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This course examines the dynamics of marketing and its important role in today's society. In addition to discussing marketing functions, marketing organizations, marketing research and other key dimensions of marketing, the course will address cultural, social, ethical, legal and international aspects of the field. Case studies and examples of business and nonbusiness organizations will be discussed. 1/4-1/19 M-R 5-8:40 p.m. A423 Canedy |
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Explores the current environment, opportunities, and conflicts facing multinational enterprises. Major topics include cultural,
political, and economic dimensions of international business; financial aspects of foreign operations; market entry strategies;
and functional management of the multinational corporation. 12/26-1/4 TBA Study Abroad-All Day Dubai Congden |
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This course provides the necessary tools in quantitative methods and application in business.
Topics include probability distributions, sampling, estimation and testing, covariance and correlation,
regression analysis, forecasting and applications of chi-square tests. No prerequisite; students without
any prior exposure to statistics are encourages to take QNT 501 before enrolling in this course. This section will be held on the campus of National University of Tainan, Tainan, Taiwan. Contact Professor Kolluri for details and costs at 860-768-4409 or email him at kolluri@hartford.edu or check the website at uhaweb.hartford.edu/Taiwan. 1/4-1/12 TBA Study Abroad-All Day Taiwan Kolluri |
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This course provides an introduction to financial and managerial accounting concepts used to provide organizations with the accounting information necessary for external reporting and management decision-making purposes. 1/4-1/19 M-R 5-8:40 p.m. A421 Thompson |
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This course covers economic principles, analytical tools, and concepts applicable to managerial decision-making problems. The course exposes students to a wide range of business decisions to which economic theory can be fruitfully applied. Specific topics include supply and demand analysis, organization of the firm, incentive compensation, information problems and uncertainty, production and costs, market structure, pricing strategies and techniques, and the application of game theory to managerial decisions and negotiations. 1/4-1/19 MTWR 5-8:40 p.m. H246 Antoinetti |
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This course introduces students to the basics of the corporate financial decision-making process. Topics include time value of money, discounted cashflow analysis, valuation of stocks and bonds, overview of financial statements and financial statement analysis, risk and return, equilibrium asset pricing, capital budgeting, cost of capital, and capital structure decisions. 1/4-1/19 M-R 5-8:40 p.m. A323 Wahab |
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This course focuses on building relationships between at organization and its customers. Students will explore
methods of identifying customer needs, expectations, and satisfaction, as well as determination of lifetime customer
value to develop target customer priorities. Distinction is made between customer relationships management (CRM) as
strategy versus CRM programs and tools. Customer experiences as they relate to overall customer/organization relationship
are stressed. Contact Professor LaPlaca for details and costs at 860-768-4835 or email him at laplaca@hartford.edu or check the website at uhaweb.hartford.edu/Taiwan. This section will be held on the campus of National University of Tainan, Tainan, Taiwan. 1/4-1/12 TBA Study Abroad-All Day Taiwan LaPlaca |
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This course helps students understand how business decisions affect and reflect society. Because the decisions of managers not only influence but also are influenced by public policy concerns and moral issues, students will learn how to integrate economic, social, legal and regulatory, and moral considerations in decision making. Specific topic include the role of law in society, business regulations and antitrust policy in the global environment, ethical and social values in different cultures, and employment and labor relations. 1/4-1/19 M-R 5-8:40p.m. A321 Generas |
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Examines the techniques of conducting tax research and the necessary oral and written communication skills required
in practice. 12/29-1/18 Distance Learning Nodoushani |
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This course provides students with the necessary quantitative skills for a foundation in business. Topics include a review of basic mathematics relevant to business, including basic algebra and applications of linear and nonlinear relationships, optimization, descriptive statistics, random variables, general probability distributions, and the binomial distribution. 1/5-1/19 TR 5-8:40 p.m. A425 Staff |
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Designed to train the student in the many ways of thinking about corporate financial problems. The cases provide the basis for class discussions on the approach to financial problem solving. 12/21 M 5-8 p.m. A427 Lashgari |
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Examines the conceptual framework for the initiation, guidance, and control of new product development for
consumer and industrial markets. The course covers innovation models, product management, market analysis, product
positioning, test marketing, launch marketing strategies, and venture corporate architecture. Cases with an
international motif - either American firms in Pacific Rim and Eurocentric markets or offshore transnational
companies seeking to penetrate the epicentral U.S. market - provide ample vistas for the application of the theory
and method of one-off product innovation, as well as multigenerational product platform genesis. Contact Professor LaPlaca for details and costs at 860-768-4835 or email him at laplaca@hartford.edu or check the website at uhaweb.hartford.edu/Taiwan. This section will be held on the campus of National University of Tainan, Tainan, Taiwan. 1/4-1/12 TBA Study Abroad-All Day Taiwan LaPlaca |
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An in-depth study of the conflicts, constraints, and opportunities facing firms operating in a specific international region. The course provides students with the opportunity to undertake an intensive analysis of operating a global business in a specific region of the world. Course may include a study abroad component. Course may be repeated for credit if focused on a different region of the world. Study Abroad in Dubai course, cost is $4,175 (includes tuition, roundtrip airfare from Bradley, travel, hotel, textbooks, etc). For more details, please visit the website or contact Professor Congden at 860-768-4567 or email him at congden@hartford.edu. 12/26-1/4 TBA Study Abroad-All Day Dubai Congden |
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This course is a guide in the assessment, design, delivery, and evaluation of training programs in business and industry. Practical emphasis is on the development of a training program, including needs assessments and supportive evaluation instruments, program instructional design, and delivery and facilitation of the program. Topics include adult learning theory, the use of instructional material, the role training plays in organizations, and facilitation skills. Emphasis is on the impact such activities have on the organization and the individual employee. You will also learn about the potential for information technologies, such as computer-based training, the Internet, and electronic performance systems, on training program delivery and program administration. 1/4-1/19 M-R 5-8:40pm A426 Braithwaite |
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An examination of conceptual models of human conflict in interpersonal, intragroup, and intergroup situations. Emphasizes development of practical skills in resolving conflict,both as a principal actor in the conflictual relationship and as a third party. 1/8 F 5-9p.m. A426 Rogers |
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Events and their interpretations can harm the people, financial condition, and reputations of any organization. Crisis usually entails (1) some unfolding sequence of events and their interpretations by affected stakeholders - the events related to an unstable state of affairs or a period of growth and development – leading to (2) the decisive moment, or turning point when it is decided what change is required. Both scholars and practitioners try to observe, measure, and understand the dynamics of organizational crises – those in the making and those underway. Significant attention will be paid to the study of values, preferences, and interests of all stakeholders embedded in strategic organizational decision making and oral, written, and visual forms of communication before, during and after the crisis. The course will use lecture, discussion, student presentations, and case studies. 1/4-1/19 M-R 5-8:40p.m. A324 Kovacic |
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, NURSING AND HEALTH PROFESSIONS |
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A conceptual approach to the mental, emotional, social, and physical aspects of personal health in modern living. Emphasis is on knowledge and attitudes necessary to live more effectively. 1/4-1/19 MTR 4-8:30 p.m. H221 Nowak |
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Utilization of the American Manual Alphabet, numbers, and approximately 1,000 signs to provide basic expressive and receptive conversational skills in signed English. Selected readings on deafness and manual communication. 12/30-1/19* TWR 1-5 p.m. H229 LeBlond |
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This course addresses beginning reading content and builds upon a foundation for reading instructional practices. Learning outcomes pertaining to phonemic awareness, phonics knowledge, reading comprehension and assessing reading are emphasized. The sequencing of reading curricula and integration of reading instruction including response to intervention (RTI) within the elementary curriculum will also be a focus for instruction. Students will be required to apply their knowledge of the reading processes, instructional and assessment practices to their field work within the course assignments.
12/30-1/19 TWR 12-4 pm SRR Abodeeb/Gentile |
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Theories and research in human development from infancy through adulthood. Students will carry out structured observations and integrate these observations with various theoretical issues. 12/30-1/19* TWR 5:30-9:30p.m. H229 Kindall |
HARTFORD ART SCHOOL |
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Over the last decade collaborative art practices have become increasing accepted as one of the numerous ways in which artists choose to create. Despite this, artistic collaboration still raises interesting and crucial questions about the nature of authorship, authenticity and the artists' relationships to their works and audience, inevitably challenging the popular notion of the artist as a "heroic" and solitary figure. Participants will engage in critical dialogue about the nature of collaboration, create numerous small collaborative projects and time permitting create pieces in support of a large-scale exhibition installation. This class will be ceramics based but students from all media are welcome. 1/4-1/15 M-F 9a.m.-5p.m. VCst Holder |
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This intensive Dreamweaver workshop introduces page layout, linking, navigation, site management and upload techniques. Students will investigate design trends, Flash elements, Photoshop images, HTML text and various search engines. This course will also explore the best web design that the web has to offer. Advanced Macintosh experience is required, including Photoshop and either Illustrator or Freehand. Flash experience is recommended. 1/4-1/15 M-F 9a.m.-5p.m. HJGE203C Berg |
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An introductory course in drawing and the use of drawing materials and media with an emphasis on drawing from the figure. 1/4-1/15 M-F 9a.m.-5p.m. HJGE302A Andersen |
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This course will focus on the study of renaissance drawing materials and techniques. Students will create authentic renaissance drawing instruments and materials and use them in the creation of original artwork. Traditional techniques will be covered with participants encouraged to apply them towards contemporary approaches to art making. Observational drawing from the figure and still life is included in this course. 1/4-1/15 M-F 9a.m.-5p.m. V236 Patterson |
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This class will explore non-traditional mediums used to create images. Through class demonstrations and experimentation, students will investigate various techniques, including 2D and 3D collage, acrylic transfer and the non-traditional use of oil paints in the production of imagery. 1/4-1/15 M-F 9a.m.-5p.m. V233 O'Rourke |
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This intensive workshop will focus on experimental printmaking processes utilizing the Vandercook press, etching press and the Epson large scale digital printer. After investigation into a variety of techniques such as chine colle', embossing, stenciling, cut plate, collagraph, carborundum, collage relief, monotype and digital, students will develop a body of work that follows their personal style and artistic interests. 1/5-1/15 M-F 9a.m.-5p.m. Vgst Willis |
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An intermediate-level course in photography dealing with photographic issues and images and how ideas may be expressed through the digital manipulation of images. Through lab sessions, students will develop an understanding of computer hardware, input/output devices, and the basics of software used in digital imaging. Critique sessions will focus on the cultivation of a personal aesthetic while developing an awareness of the related moral and ethical issues. 1/4-1/15 M-F 9a.m.-5p.m. V223 Staff |
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This introductory workshop will focus on the basics of platinum and palladium photographic printing. Students will learn how to produce archival images on a wide variety of art papers as well as learn to produce large format negatives for contact printing. This traditional non-silver process produces beautiful, soft but highly detailed images 1/4-1/15 M-F 9a.m.-5p.m. V123 Calafiore |
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This intensive workshop will focus on the basics of manipulating sheet metal into sculptural forms. Students will learn how to form organic, vessel-like shapes through the use of traditional blacksmithing, armoring and modern fabrication techniques. This course is suitable for both beginning and intermediate level students. 1/4-1/15 M-F 9a.m.-5p.m. VSbl Rhea |
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING, TECHNOLOGY, AND ARCHITECTURE |
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Discussion of the historic roots of contemporary architectural thought and the possible future directions of the profession. Critical analysis of architectural movements. Specifically, this seminar will focus on the sources of inspiration in contemporary architectural design and vernacular architecture and the role of play in the creative process. Readings, discussions and visits to architectural firms. 1/4-1/15 MTWRF 9 a.m.-1 p.m. HJG W101 Fuller |
HILLYER COLLEGE |
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Painting, sculpture, architecture, and the minor arts are analyzed according to basic artistic principles and the societies from which they emanated, including Egypt, Mesopotamia, Crete, Greece, Rome, Early Christian, and the Middle Ages. Lab fee: $15 |
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This is a one-semester introduction to computers. Topics include the fundamentals of computer hardware and software, computer programming concepts, computer applications using spreadsheets and databases, and network resources. Lab fee: $25 |
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ENB 110 is designed to develop skills in the writing of clear, accurate prose using various rhetorical modes. ENB 110 must be passed with a C- or better before 111 may be taken. 12/30-1/19 MTWR 9 a.m.-12 p.m. H317 Daigle |
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Study of selected works in English literature from the Middle Ages through the Neoclassical period. Designed to develop an appreciation of literature as a creative art and as a commentary on the human condition. 12/30-1/19 MTWR 10 a.m.-1 p.m. H257 Eggers |
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This course explores creative strategies for effective essay writing in rhetorical modes. The essential difference between Advanced Composition and ENB 110-111 lies in the expectation for greater proficiency, maturity, and sophistication in writing. 12/30-1/19 TW 9 a.m.-12 p.m. H246 Fister |
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An introductory overview of the American political process and its governmental structure. Attention is directed toward the principles, structure, and role played by the national government in the American political process. 1/4-1/19 M-F 9:30a.m.-12:30p.m. H229 Knapp |
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This course is a survey of the political, social, cultural, and economic developments of the West from the Ancient Period through the end of the Middle Ages. 12/30-1/19 M-R 9:30a.m.-12:30p.m. H221 Koch |
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Development of the real number system, operations with polynomials and rational expressions, solutions of linear and quadratic equations and inequalities; radicals and exponents. A graphing calculator is required. 12/30-1/18 M-F 9 a.m.-12 p.m. H303 Staff |
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Topics for this core requirement include graphing in the coordinate plane, functions (exponential, logarithmic, and polynomial), systems of equations and inequalities. A graphing calculator is required. 12/30-1/18 M-F 9 a.m.-12 p.m. H130 Staff |
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An examination of factors such as heredity, family, and socioeconomic and cultural influences, on personality. Covering the
period from the time of Freud to the present, the course will consider some of the major theories converning personality
development. 1/4-1/19 MTWR 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. H217 Alderette |
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A first course in philosophy that stresses the basic human questions. Major concerns include the task of philosophy, the nature of man, the self, the freedom to choose, the nature of values, and the question of morality. Specific philosophical outlooks are briefly discussed; a more extensive examination is given to the nature of religion, belief in God, and Oriental thought. 12/30-1/19 M-R 1:30-4:30p .m. H246 Scribner |
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Introductory course explores the role of nutrition science in health promotion and disease prevention. Topics include: digestion; metabolism; roles of vitamins, minerals, water, fiber, and phytochemicals; nutrient deficiencies; energy balance; weight control; assessment of individual dietary intake and nutrition. 1/4-1/19 TBA TBA Distance Learning Cloutier |
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Emphasis is placed on developing learning strategies in the areas of listening, note taking, textbook reading, and test taking. Also addressed are first-year concerns such as college adjustment, motivation, goal setting, and time management. 1/4-1/19 M-R 12:30p.m.-3p.m. H140 Gannon |
